2008 BMW 116 vs. 1966 Ginetta G12
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ginetta G12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ginetta G12 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ginetta G12 (158 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ginetta G12 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 116 weights approximately 418 kg more than 1966 Ginetta G12.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Ginetta G12 (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1966 Ginetta G12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 1966 Ginetta G12 | |
| Make | BMW | Ginetta |
| Model | 116 | G12 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
